Historical Compliance Records NE

City of Superior

EPA ID: NE3112904 ยท 1,979 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Superior (NE3112904): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Since the flagged events, City of Superior resolved all 1 violation - compliant today, 1,979 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,979
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00338 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$77K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Superior Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,068
Median Household Income
2,382
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
90%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Superior serves a community with a median household income of $63,068 and an estimated 2,382 residents across its service area. Approximately 90% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Superior's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

81 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Superior compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

City of Superior, (EPA ID: NE3112904) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 1,979 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68978 in Superior.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2026 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00338 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NE or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Superior (NE3112904) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Superior water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Superior; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Superior serve?

City of Superior serves approximately 1,979 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does City of Superior get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Superior's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does City of Superior serve?
City of Superior serves approximately 1,979 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Superior's water source?
City of Superior draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Superior's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00338 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Superior's service area?
The City of Superior service area has a median household income of $63,068. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Superior get its water?
City of Superior's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

City of Superior (EPA ID: NE3112904) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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